Chocolate Custard Cream Filling Recipe
Description
Chocolate custard cream filling is a classic pastry cream recipe that combines the richness of custard with the smoothness of chocolate. It is a perfect filling for cakes, tarts, and pastries. The smooth and creamy texture of the custard cream pairs well with the slight bitterness of the chocolate, creating a balanced and delicious flavor. This recipe is relatively easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients. It’s a great way to add a touch of sweetness to your desserts.
Ingredients
This chocolate custard cream filling recipe requires just a few ingredients:
• 2 cups of whole milk
• 1/3 cup of granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 3 tablespoons of Dutch-processed cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it’s just beginning to steam. While the milk is heating, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
2. Once the milk is steaming, add the sugar and cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and whisk until it’s fully incorporated. Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and comes to a low boil. This should take about 5 minutes.
3. Once the mixture has reached a low boil, remove it from the heat and whisk in the butter, vanilla, and any other desired flavorings or extracts.
4. Pour the custard cream into a shallow container and press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the cream to prevent a skin from forming. Allow the cream to cool completely before using.
Equipment
This chocolate custard cream filling recipe requires a few pieces of equipment:
• Medium saucepan
• Whisk
• Medium bowl
• Shallow container
Notes
This custard cream can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat, simply place the custard cream in the microwave for 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until it reaches the desired temperature.
Nutrition
This chocolate custard cream filling recipe yields about 4 cups of custard cream. Each ¼ cup serving contains approximately 145 calories, 5.5 grams of fat, 22 grams of carbohydrates, and 1.5 grams of protein.
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